The international competition promotes traditional values and cultural identity as an alternative to Western film awards

A Russian WWII drama has won the top prize at the second Diamond Butterfly Eurasian film awards, an international cinema competition positioned as an ‘anti-woke’ alternative to mainstream Western film prizes.

The ceremony took place in Moscow on Thursday, with 41 films from 19 countries competing for awards. Winners represented nine nations, including Russia, Serbia, India, Iran, Pakistan, and Cuba.

Guests gather ahead of the Diamond Butterfly Eurasian Film Awards ceremony, Moscow, Russia, November 12, 2026.

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